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Taking a Leave of Absence

For students who plan to take a leave of absence in order to serve a religious mission, to serve in the military, or who for other reasons anticipate a year-long leave, Utah State University suggests that you compile a "return guide" for your parents/guardians. This packet will help your parents/guardians to register for you in the event you miss priority registration for the semester you wish to return.

The
Release of Student Information form allows your parents/guardians to
access your records while you are gone. The Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act (FERPA), a federal privacy law, prevents USU from
sharing most of your educational information with ANYONE, including your
parents or your spouse. Completion of the Release of Student
Information form will allow whomever you designate to access all of your
student information, which greatly facilitates registration. Although
this form is